Project Manager

Databorn; Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dedicated mentor

Training & certification opportunities

Annual performance bonuses

Annual performance review process

Projects with latest technologies

Job summary

Databorn, a leading data and analytics consultancy, seeks a Project Manager to drive IT project delivery across data platform implementations. You will coordinate client relations, cross-functional teams, and global stakeholders in a hybrid Waterfall+Agile setup. Experience with tax or government sectors is a plus.

English proficiency is essential, and business travel within the MENA region is possible. You’ll play a pivotal role in delivering on time, on budget, and with high client

Qualifications

• Extensive project management experience in IT projects.
• Experience with Waterfall, Agile, Scrum or Kanban methodologies.
• Experience leading 15+ person teams.
• Proven ability to manage international client relationships and deliver presentations.

Responsibilities

• Data-driven management of high-budget international IT projects.
• Lead full-cycle IT projects for data platforms and coordinate distributed teams.
• Provide regular project updates to stakeholders and senior management.
• Manage risks and changes and ensure timely delivery and client satisfaction.
• Support and enhance deployed data solutions and coordinate cross-functional work.

Skills

Project management

IT projects

Waterfall

Agile

Scrum

Kanban

Team leadership

International clients

Presentation skills

English proficiency

PMP

Arabic

Tax/Government sector

Technical background

Job description

Databorn is a leading consulting firm that specialises in machine learning, marketing technology, and data management. Our team of over 350+ professionals worldwide is dedicated to delivering best-in-class solutions to large corporations in the financial, telco, oil & gas and retail industries. We leverage advanced analytics and big data to supercharge our clients' digital transformation and fuel their growth.

With offices in the MENA region (UAE, KSA, Qatar) and Kazakhstan, Databorn is a trusted partner for dozens of clients across the globe. Our expertise and experience enable us to implement solutions that drive business success and deliver measurable results. Whether you need help with data management, marketing technology, or machine learning, Databorn has the knowledge and skills to help you achieve your goals.

Our clients are major companies in the business and government sectors (main projects include fintech, retail, manufacturing, FMCG).

Benefits You’ll Love

• Dedicated mentor
• Databorn and Partner vendor's training and certification opportunities
• Annual performance bonuses
• Annual performance review process
• Projects with the latest technologies and methodologies

Position Summary

As a Project Manager, you'll play a pivotal role in driving the successful execution and delivery of our IT projects.

You will be leading the full-cycle IT project for implementing a Data platform, working closely with the client side, and orchestrating the work of several distributed teams on an international project, ensuring seamless coordination, timely delivery, and client satisfaction.

Experience with tax authorities, government clients, or the financial sector is especially valuable.

Communication will be entirely in English. Business trips within the MENA region (Saudi Arabia, Oman, Qatar, Bahrain, etc.) are possible.

What You’ll Do And What You’ll Need

Your Responsibilities

• Data-driven management of high-budget international projects, ensuring adherence to timelines and budgets.
• Driving excellence in a hybrid (Waterfall + Agile) environment.
• Managing distributed teams in a hybrid work environment, coordinating cross-functional teams of up to 20 people to allocate resources and prioritize tasks.
• Provide regular project updates to stakeholders and senior management.
• Being in charge of risk and change management (monitor project progress and address any issues or risks that may arise).
• Further enhancement and technical support of already deployed solutions.

Experience & Skills We Are Looking For

Required

• Previous experience in project management, with a focus on IT projects, preferably with experience in analytics and data warehousing projects
• Implementation and experience using any of the methodologies Waterfall / Agile / Scrum / Kanban
• Experience in managing a team of 15 or more people
• Experience in communication and building long-term relationships with international clients
• Experience preparing and delivering presentations
• Proven track record of success in project management and achieving targets
• Proficiency in English (spoken and written) C1 level or higher, ability to understand different accents English
• Cultural awareness and flexibility
• Positive attitude toward possible business trips within the MENA region.
• Experience working with enterprise customers in the IT consulting industry
• Experience in upselling / business development with current clients and/or participation in presales activities.
• Technical background, preferably from a technical university.
• Knowledge of the tax domain and/or experience working with government sector clients is a plus.
• PMP or similar certification
• Proficiency in Arabic

We offer a competitive salary and commission package, as well as opportunities for growth and advancement within the company.